U.S. Senator Richard Shelby focused on the local economic boom and challenges facing city and county leaders during a visit to Washington County, Saturday, April 12. Approximately 25 people attended the town meeting conducted at Chatom Town Hall. More...

The Washington County Democratic Executive Committee will honor the Democratic candidates for state and local offices Thursday, April 24, 7 p.m., with a reception at the Chatom Community Center. More...

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Larisse speaks at mission conference Pastor David Webb has announced a mission conference at Walker Springs Road Baptist Church beginning Sunday, April 20 at 6 p.m., continuing at 7 nightly through Wednesday, April 23. Bro. More...

The University of Mobile Art Department will present the Senior Art Exhibit featuring the art of Micah Gaston and Ashley Southard April 19- May 2 in the Martin Hall Gallery located on the university's campus. More...

I guess you can say it is becoming the norm for state championships to run through our neck of the woods whether it's football, softball, baseball or anything elsein which our schools participate in. More...

Bernice Brown Bernice Brown, 70, a native of Yarbo, died April 9, 2008 at her home. A member of Good Hope Baptist Church of Walker Springs, she served on the Usher Board and Culinary Committee. M.C. More...

The Jackson Nutrition Center will host its annual health fair Tuesday, April 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the H.W. Pearce Memorial Park Assembly House. The event will feature a large number of booths and various health checks for participants. More...

Daron Bolen has announced that he will seek a second term for the District 3, Place 2 seat on the Jackson City Council. "It has been an honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Jackson for the past four years. More...

Members of the McIntosh Rescue Squad, Fire Department and Police Department presented 'Prom Promise 2008' to McIntosh High School juniors and seniors Thursday, April 10, at the school's football stadium. More...

Town of Coffeeville to celebrate 200 years The town of Coffeeville will celebrate 200 years of success May 31. The genealogy committee encourages every citizen of Coffeeville to display his or her heritage on that day. More...

Southern Union's Charli Gill of Jackson was among the 48 students from the state's community and technical colleges who were honored at the All- Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program in Birmingham on April 8. More...

While spring sports and graduation activities are reaching the height of their season, school officials are already gearing up for the next school year. Jackson High School students will begin making their schedules for the 2008-2009 school year. More...

Dr. and Mrs. Steve Wright of Roswell, Ga. announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashley Ellen, to Jason Lee Holston of Atlanta, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Holston of Jackson. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. More...

Announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Jenilee, to Daniel Drury (Dru) Powell V, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel "Danny" Drury Powell IV of Leroy. The bride elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. More...